Expert Insights
I was horrified to read that opioid-related deaths are now the leading cause of death in Pierce County.
In the state of Washington, overdose deaths are growing most among young people, aged just 18 to 24. It looks like the rise in fentanyl is the main reason for the rapid increase in deaths, according to the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. But when I look at their website for treatment services, there is just one state walk-in clinic and a telephone number to call for treatment.
Frankly, I think there needs to be more than a walk-in clinic and harm reduction supplies. I know harm reduction saves lives, but with the rapidly increasing rate of overdose deaths, I think Tacoma needs more treatment centers, clinics, and resources if we stand a chance at really tackling opioid overdoses.
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Tacoma?
Tacoma drug rehab costs can range from zero in a free, government-funded program to many thousands for a luxury inpatient drug or alcohol rehab with plenty of amenities. Tacoma offers these kinds of rehabs and a variety of others as well. The cost of rehab depends on the type of program you choose and how you plan to pay for it.
Residential or inpatient treatment centers are typically the most expensive since they provide room, board, and around-the-clock support. Outpatient programs generally are considerably less costly than residential programs since clients can stay at home and meet with therapists and counselors regularly. Rehab programs can also vary across the spectrum of their services, such as when a person in an inpatient rehab continues with aftercare through an outpatient program or a sober living arrangement.
The cost of Tacoma alcohol rehabs or drug rehabs can also depend on the kind of payment options available. For example, insurance, payment plans, sliding fee scales, or financial aid can reduce upfront and out-of-pocket costs for rehab or eliminate those costs.
Resources
- Overdose Deaths in Washington Top 2000 in 2021 and Continue to Rise. (2022 Apr 12) Washington State Department of Health.
- Drug Trends Across Washington: Crime Lab Data. (2021) Addictions, Drug and Alcohol Institute. University of Washington.
- Velander, Jennifer. Suboxone: Rationale. Science, Misconceptions. (2018 Spring) The Ochsner Journal. 18(1): 23-29.
- What is Naltrexone? (n.d.) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
- Acamprosate. (n.d.) Medline Plus. National Library of Medicine Drug Information.
